Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to i) Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Inorganic chemistry; ii) Supervise both undergraduate and graduate student research projects; iii) Conduct research in their area of expertise and also complement existing research areas in Inorganic Chemistry; participate in other academic and professional activities of the department; iv) Render professional service and carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) at least PhD degree in Chemistry, specializing in Inorganic Chemistry; (ii) show evidence of engagement in research; (iii) governance and social engagement, as well as teaching experience in General, Organometallic & solid state chemistry will be added advantages.
N.B. Applicants with a Master’s degree specializing in inorganic chemistry with a Bachelor’s degree of at least 2(i) or equivalent may be considered on contract basis with the possibility of renewal.
Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply: Applicants are to address the stated qualifications in their application letters and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, and three (3) sealed reference letters. Complete documentation should be sent to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355-4937/2969; Fax (267) 318 5097; E-mail: fosvacancies@mopipi.ub.bw. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 233, Office No. 135.
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted